Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 7,501 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise worth booking?
Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $143 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 7,501 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (7,501)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $143 per person
Combine a glamorous dinner with sights of the must-see attractions of Paris on this evening sightseeing cruise aboard a modern glass canopy boat down the River Seine. During this relaxing cruise, you are seated at a private table and enjoy a 3-course meal (if you choose the Service Etoile or the Service Decouverte) or a 4-course meal (if you choose the Service Privilège or the Service Premier). Choose your dishes from an à-la-carte menu at the beginning of the evening and listen to live music while you pass by the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, ... and savour the delicious dishes cooked on board by the Bateaux Parisiens Chef and his team.
What you get
About this experience
Combine a glamorous dinner with sights of the must-see attractions of Paris on this evening sightseeing cruise aboard a modern glass canopy boat down the River Seine. During this relaxing cruise, you are seated at a private table and enjoy a 3-course meal (if you choose the Service Etoile or the Service Decouverte) or a 4-course meal (if you choose the Service Privilège or the Service Premier). Choose your dishes from an à-la-carte menu at the beginning of the evening and listen to live music while you pass by the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, ... and savour the delicious dishes cooked on board by the Bateaux Parisiens Chef and his team.
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- A sightseeing cruise departing from Eiffel Tower, passing by the most spectacular monuments of Paris
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Seating at a private table
- Live entertainement by a singer
- Tea and coffee
- Dinner
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Souvenir photo taken by the photographer on board
- Extra food and beverages which are not included in the package
What you'll see and do
The Seine
Enjoy the cruise and admire the most iconic sights of Paris while you savor your menu and appreciate the live entertainment by the singer! You will board just at feet of the Eiffel Tower and choose your dishes in the à-la-carte menu including vegetarian options. As you will be aboard a modern glass-canopy boat, you will enjoy breathtaking views to the Musée d'Orsay, the Pont Alexandre III, the Latin Quarter, Notre Dame de Paris, the Ile Saint Louis, the Marais, the Louvre, the Grand Palais, the Concorde, etc. while you enjoy the dishes that are prepared on board for you by the Chef and his team.
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Eiffel Tower
The Bateaux Parisiens port is situated at feet of the Eiffel Tower, a good occasion to take a nice picture before or after the cruise. You will also admire views of the Eiffel Tower several times during your dinner cruise.
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Le Dome des Invalides
As you approach the Pont Alexandre III, you will see the Dome des Invalides on the right side. This monument houses the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte.
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Pont Alexandre III
Admire this beautiful landmark during your dinner cruise! It is an incredible experience to pass under this bridge aboard the glass canopy boat.
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Assemblee Nationale
This characteristic building houses the French parliament. Have a look at it while you savor the flavors of the French cuisine.
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Musee d'Orsay
Admire the architecture of the Musée d'Orsay, which used to be a railway station in the past.
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Saint Germain des Pres Quarter
You will enjoy nice views to this famous quarter while you cruise on the Seine.
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Pont Neuf
Lift your head and admire the sculptures when you pass by Pont Neuf, which is actually the oldest bridge of Paris.
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
From the river, you will have a wonderful perspective to the famous Notre Dame Cathedral.
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Latin Quarter
Enjoy the specific atmosphere of this area when you pass by.
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Bibliotheque nationale de France - site Francois Mitterrand
You will see the interesting architechture which represents 4 open books. At this point, the boat will turn and cruise back to the city center.
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Le Marais
Enjoy nice views from the river to this historical quarter of Paris.
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4th Arr. - Hotel-de-Ville
During your dinner cruise, you will also see the Hôtel de Ville de Paris, a very impressive building where the major of Paris has her office.
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Ile Saint-Louis
The Ile Saint Louis is the heart of the historical Paris. You will have interesting views to its typical architecture from the water.
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Pont Marie
The Pont Marie is a very special bridge. If you pass under this bridge, close your eyes and make a wish. It is told that your wish will come true before next year.
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Conciergerie
The Conciergerie is a very remarkable landmark. It is the place where the King Louis XVI and the Queen Marie-Antoinette where imprisoned before they were executed.
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Louvre Museum
Admire the 700 m long facade of the biggest museum of the world. The Louvre used to be the residence of French kings.
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Place de la Concorde
From the boat, you will see the Egyptian obelisk. The Place de la Concorde used to play a big role during the time of the French revolution, as the guillotine was placed there.
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Pont de la Concorde
The bridge between the Place de la Concorde and the Assemblée Nationale was built from stones of the Bastille prison which was destroyed after the French revolution.
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Grand Palais
Admire the amazing architecture with its glass coupole! This building hosts exceptional exhibitions and events. During the Olympic games in 2024, it hosted a part of the competitions.
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Statue de la Liberte
Admire the little sister of the New York's Statue of Liberty with the Eiffel Tower in its background! A very special photo spot, just before you return to the Bateaux Parisiens quayside!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Bateaux Parisiens is situated just next to the Eiffel Tower. Go to pontoon no. 5 or 7 for check-in and boarding. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time, as the boat will depart on time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Bateaux Parisiens is situated just next to the Eiffel Tower. Go to pontoon no. 5 or 7 for check-in and boarding. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time, as the boat will depart on time.
Options you can book
Valentine's day 5-course meal
Elegance service: Table at center of boat. Duration: 3 hours 5-course dinner & beverages: including appetizer, starter, main course, dessert, mineral water, fine wines and coffee. Glass canopy boat.
8.30 pm Window Service Premier
Service Premier VIP Service: Seating by the window in the VIP area, 4-course menu with champagne as aperitif and with the dessert, high-quality wines Duration: 3 hours: check in and boarding at 7.45 pm departure at 8.30 pm return at 11 pm 4-course menu and drinks: starter, main dish, cheese and dessert champagne & appetizer a bottle of wine for 4 people mineral water, coffee glass canopy boat VIP table: seating at a private table by the window in the front area of the boat
8.30 pm Service Decouverte
Duration: 3 hours: check in at 7.45 pm departure at 8.30 pm return to quayside at 11 pm 3-course menu and beverages: champagne starter, main dish and dessert a bottle of wine for four people mineral water and coffee glass canopy boat panoramic seating: private table guaranteed, but not by the window
8.30 pm Service Privilege
Service Privilège : guaranteed private table by the window Duration: 3 hours: check in at 7.45 pm departure at 8.30 pm return to quayside at 11 pm 4-course menu and beverages: champagne and appetizer a bottle of wine for 4 people mineral water and coffee miniature pastries glass canopy boat guaranteed table by the window: separated table (for 4 people maximum) by the window
8.30 pm Service Etoile
Duration: 3 hours: check in at 7.45 pm departure at 8.30 pm return to quayside at 11 pm 3-course menu and beverages: Blanc de blancs sparkling kir starter, main dish and dessert a bottle of wine for four people mineral water and coffee glass canopy boat panoramic seating: private table guaranteed, but not by the window
8.30 pm Service Premier
Service Premier VIP service: Seating in the VIP-area of the boat, 4-course menu and champagne as aperitif and with the dessert, high-quality wines Duration: 3 hours: check in and boarding at 7.45 pm departure at 8.30 pm return at 11 pm 4-course menu and drinks: starter, main dish, cheese & dessert champagne & appetizer a bottle of wine for 4 people mineral water, coffee champagne glass canopy boat VIP table: seating at a private round table in the front area of the boat
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, ko, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Seino Vision (Bateaux Parisiens)
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian menu available on spot
- Please select Privilege Service or Window Service Premier options for a table by a window
- Please select the Etoile Service in order to benefit of a preferential rate for the children
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7,493 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
7,493 verified traveler reviews for Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Some great sites, who knew what they were?
We had a nice window seat. However, the descriptions provided of sites we passed were only sporadic. Most sites you can see either going one way or the other, but because the boat goes around the island Notre Dame is on, we never saw it at all. The food was mediocre.
via Tripadvisor
It was amazing. Good...
It was amazing. Good time. However we didn’t know that some in your party may end up in a different boat. There are multiple boats leaving at the same time and some of my friends booked separate and were not able to ride on the same boat with us. The staff did a good job helping my out though as I had a double ticket and a friend with a single ticket that she purchased at a later date. They were able to put us together though.
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Fabulous night on the Seine
This was an amazing experience, perfect from start to finish! The boat and decor are beautiful, the service was excellent and the food was delicious!! I would highly recommend this dinner cruise to anyone visiting Paris!
via Viator
Below expectations 🫤
This experience/cruise was just OK. The service and food could have been better for the price for $402. per couple. I felt our server had too many tables to server. Our table was 1st to be seated and last for everything the rest of the night. There should have been extra servers for drinks/general help. It took FOREVER to get our 1st drinks (water) even longer for wine. ( red wine was not good) Buns were exceptionally hard no butter offered (we had to ask and wait and wait). My salmon/avocado/cracker appy was the highlight. My friends crab appy had shells in it. My steak dinner was ordered medium, it arrived rare leaning more rare/raw. I had to ask them to cook more...and wait. Our desert/after dinner coffees almost didn't arrive before ship docked...we had to ask for them after watching so many tables get theirs earlier plus 2nds for drinks. To top of the night with poor service and ok food, it rained. But the entertainment was super!!! I give the female singer a 10/10!!! It was nice to experience this dinner/cruise while in Paris but it measured way below my expectations of the night. The dress code is all over the map. It says dress casual with no sport shoes but we saw it all, jeans, very casual, lots of sport shoes with some dressy. I would maybe recommend trying the lunch cruise. It was a late (dinner after 9:30pm) long night for what it is.
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Paris at night
Great experience with outstanding views of Paris at night Meal and service were excellent Recommend a window table where have un blocked views Highly recommend as great views of Eiffel tower etc lit up
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $143 to $266
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2,625
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Seino Vision (Bateaux Parisiens), who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.6.
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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $143 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 7,501 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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Around 2,625 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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Included: Alcoholic beverages; A sightseeing cruise departing from Eiffel Tower, passing by the most spectacular monument; Bottled water; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Seating at a private table. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Souvenir photo taken by the photographer on board; and Extra food and beverages which are not included in the package. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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Bateaux Parisiens is situated just next to the Eiffel Tower. Go to pontoon no. 5 or 7 for check-in and boarding. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time, as the boat will depart on time. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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Across 7,501 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, photo opportunities, value for money. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including Valentine's day 5-course meal, 8.30 pm Window Service Premier, 8.30 pm Service Decouverte, 8.30 pm Service Privilege. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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